Delight in the festive flavors of Eggnog Snickerdoodle Thumbprint Cookies, combining the warmth of cinnamon with a rich eggnog ganache filling.

Scale

4 ounces unsalted butter

½ cup light brown sugar

¼ cup white granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

245 grams all-purpose flour

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon cream of tartar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

⅓ cup granulated sugar

2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

4 ounces white chocolate

2 tablespoons eggnog

1 tablespoon dark rum

¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

pinch of salt

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and white granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, baking soda, cream of tartar, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for rolling.
Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the chilled dough, roll them into balls, and then roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet. Use your thumb to make an indentation in the center of each ball.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
While cookies bake, prepare the eggnog ganache by heating the white chocolate, eggnog, dark rum (if using), freshly grated nutmeg, and a pinch of salt in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until melted and smooth.
Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool slightly before filling the centers with the eggnog ganache. Allow a setting time of about 30 minutes before serving.

For an extra festive touch, try adding a sprinkle of nutmeg on top of the ganache before it sets.

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